Pride of Detroit: for Detroit Lions fans Lions Midweek Mailbag 8/7/25 - Offensive Struggles, Hassanein Growth & More
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Aug 8, 2025 This week, the hosts tackle the Lions' offensive struggles and whether fixes are on the horizon. They shine a spotlight on rookie sensation Hassanein and his evolving role in a promising defense. The conversation also covers roster depth, cornerback dynamics due to injuries, and the impact of environmental concerns on team performance. Everyone's curious about the strategic decisions shaping player opportunities, especially as the offensive line shows potential for growth and development ahead of the season.
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Preseason Playcalling Intentionally Vanilla
- The Lions run a purposely vanilla preseason offense to hide their full playbook.
- Eric Schlitt says they use basic concepts mainly to evaluate reserves and avoid giving scouts details.
Offensive Struggles Are Multifactorial
- The offense's preseason woes stem from scheme, play-calling, line injuries, and a strong defense in practice.
- Jeremy Reisman summarizes it as "a little bit everything" rather than a single failing.
Training Camp Fights Don’t Carry Over
- Jeremy Reisman recounts a special-teams scrap where a rookie beat Craig Reynolds and the two hugged it out afterward.
- Camp fights heat up during competition but usually end with respect and no lingering issues.